Fresh Openings at LulaBet

Job Description
Employee Relations (ER) & Industrial Relations (IR)

• Manage disciplinary processes, grievances, and counselling sessions.
• Provide expert guidance on IR issues in line with the Labour Relations Act, BCEA, and company policies.
• Conduct internal investigations and maintain accurate case documentation.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee queries, workplace disputes, and resolution processes.

HR Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee Employment Equity (EE) reporting and facilitate EEA2 & EEA4 submissions.
• Coordinate Workplace Skills Plans (WSP) and Annual Training Reports (ATR) for submission to the relevant SETA.
• Ensure full compliance with all South African labour legislation and company policies.
• Maintain and update the Employment Equity and Skills Development Committees.

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process: drafting job specs, advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Coordinate pre-employment checks and ensure effective integration of new hires.
• Maintain accurate and updated employment contracts and records.

Attendance & HR Administration

• Monitor employee attendance and timekeeping systems, and manage related queries.
• Maintain and update employee records including contracts, leave, and disciplinary documentation.
• Ensure HR administrative processes (filing, record-keeping, documentation) are compliant, efficient, and well-organise

Learning & Development

• Identify training needs and liaise with training provider.
• Track training attendance, evaluations, and effectiveness.
• Align learning initiatives with Skills Development goals.

Employee Engagement & Support

• Act as a confidential and approachable soundboard for employees.
• Promote positive employee morale, wellbeing, and inclusive culture.
• Participate in initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention.

Contract & Document Management

• Draft, issue, and update employee contracts, addendums, and HR letters.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of all employee documentation.
• Store records on employee files

Performance Management

• Implement and support the company’s performance management framework, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Guide managers Pitt bosses and employees on conducting appraisals, and addressing underperformance.
• Monitor performance review cycles and ensure timely completion of evaluations.
• Promote a culture of accountability, feedback, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• HR Degree/Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ HR generalist experience, with strong focus on Employee Relations and compliance reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, EE Act, SDA).

Proven experience in:

• Managing WSP/ATR submissions.
• Preparing and submitting EEA2 and EEA4 reports.
• Handling complex IR cases.
• Excellent administrative and time management skills — deadline-driven and detail-oriented.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and confidentiality.

Desirable Attributes

• Proactive, solution-oriented, and hands-on.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Strong relationship-builder who can manage sensitive employee matters effectively.
• Passion for continuous improvement in HR practices.

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Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to join our dynamic studio based in Cape Town CBD. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including payroll, management accounts, tax compliance, and financial reporting, while liaising with department heads to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management:

• Process and manage payroll for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Liaise with department heads to obtain sign-off on payroll, ensuring all employee data and hours are verified.
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure compliance with South African payroll regulations (e.g., PAYE, UIF, SDL).
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve any discrepancies.

Management Accounts:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Analyze financial data to provide insights for decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Monitor budgets and forecasts, reporting variances to management.

Tax Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with South African tax laws, including VAT, corporate tax, and other relevant regulations.
• Prepare and submit tax returns and liaise with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) as required.
• Stay updated on changes in tax legislation affecting the studio industry.

Financial Reporting:

• Produce accurate and timely financial reports for internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist with annual audits and provide necessary documentation to auditors.

Expense Management:

• Liaise with department heads to review and obtain sign-off on expense reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies.
• Monitor and process expense reimbursements, ensuring timely payments and proper documentation.
• Implement controls to prevent unauthorized or excessive expenditure.

Additional Duties:

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Collaborate with the finance team to streamline processes and improve financial systems.
• Admin and filing

Qualifications
Requirements

Qualifications:

• A recognized qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Finance (e.g., Diploma in Accounting, BCom in Accounting, or equivalent).
• Professional certification (e.g., SAIBA, CIMA, or similar) is highly advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in the studio or creative industry.
• Proven experience in payroll processing, management accounts, tax compliance, financial reporting, and expense management.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of South African accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage) and payroll systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively liaise with department heads.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Other Requirements:

• Must be based in Cape Town.
• Knowledge of the studio or creative industry is a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.